DANCE 243R
Studio Workshop in Contemporary Modern Dance Technique and Theory
Dance
College of Fine Arts and Communications
Course Description
Intermediate contemporary modern technique and theory in a workshop setting.
When Taught
Fall and Winter
Grade Rule
Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)
Fixed
2.5
Fixed
0
Fixed
7.5
Other Prerequisites
Instructor's consent
Title
Body Connectivity and Kinesthetic Awareness
Learning Outcome
Students will demonstrate increased body connectivity and kinesthetic awareness, including:
Breath
Core-distal
Head-tail
Upper-lower
Body-half
Cross-lateral connections
Title
Performance Skills
Learning Outcome
Demonstrate performance skills including intent, nuance, dynamics, and sense of ensemble.
Title
Anatomical and Dance Language
Learning Outcome
Articulate and analyze the above principles of technique using accurate anatomical and dance elements language.
